Green Jobs BC Conference Registration Now Open
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Registration is
Now Open for Jobs Today, Jobs Tomorrow - Green Jobs
BC Conference 2016
Now is the time to unite around a
shared vision for green jobs here in BC. And, there's no better way to
do that than by joining us at Jobs Today, Jobs Tomorrow the
2016 Green Jobs BC Conference which will be held on November
24th and 25th at the Anvil
Centre in New Westminster.
Jobs
Today, Jobs Tomorrow participants will deepen their understanding
about global trends and the opportunities for job growth in the
transition to a low carbon economy. We will also explore strategies to
green existing... jobs and workplaces. The conference will include panel
discussions, break-out sessions, guest speakers, a trade exhibit, and
a networking reception. Participants will also be called on to help
develop a plan to deliver a green jobs strategy for BC.
This year, in partnership with The
Tyee, we are pleased to present a special media workshop
on the morning of November 24th for journalists, journalism
students and other communications specialists on climate and the
transition to a low carbon economy.
Early Bird fee is $250
before November 1st.
Keynote Speaker
Host of CBC’s Quirks & Quarks, Bob is loved by audiences across Canada for making complex scientific issues understandable, meaningful, and fun, Bob McDonald is in high demand. A fixture in broadcasting for more than 30 years, he is currently the host of CBC Radio’s Quirks & Quarks--the award-winning science program that is heard by 500,000 people each week--and is the author of numerous bestselling books.
In addition to hosting Quirks & Quarks, McDonald is a regular reporter for CBC TV’s The National and host of the children’s series Head’s Up. As a writer, he has authored four bestselling science books, and contributed to numerous textbooks, magazines, and newspapers (including The Globe and Mail). His latest book is Canadian Space Walkers: Hadfield, MacLean and Williams Remember the Ultimate High Adventure.
Read Bob's blog post on why Canada needs a green industrial revolution.
CLICK HERE to read more program highlights.
Trade Exhibit
Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your product, service or cause to over 200 participants! On the first day of the conference, a networking reception will open the trade exhibit in the beautiful atrium of the Anvil Centre.CLICK HERE to find out more about the Trade Exhibit.
Sponsorship
A big thank you to our sponsors to date and a reminder that it's not too late for your organization to sponsor Jobs Today, Jobs Tomorrow. Sponsorship opportunities start at $500 and guarantee your organization will be front and centre with participants.Your sponsorship support will help us present
- the most timely and relevant research;
- case stories about policy that’s working in other jurisdictions;
- global leadership initiatives and progress towards climate goals; and
- grassroots leadership stories from BC and Canada.
CLICK HERE to find out more about sponsorship or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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